Bowin P8

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Bowin P8 was a Formula 5000 and Formula 2 class of race car design and built by John Joyce founder of Bowin Cars.

[edit] SPECIFICATION

CHASSIS: High rigidity monocuque of high strength alloy and steel, utilising latest techniques in assembly with emphasis placed on ease of maintenance and repair.

BODY: Full aerodynamic wedge incorporating side radiators and in self colour. Interior of cockpit covered in fully moulded seat and trim sections, giving an exceptionally comfortable and roomy cockit.

REAR SUSPENSION: Incorporating twin radius arms, parallel links, Armstrong adjustable dampers and fully adjustable spherical bearings throughout. Coil spring unit mounted inboard with ‘Bowin variable Rate Spring Control’.

FRONT SUSPENSION: Double wide based wishbone design. Armstrong adjustable dampers and fully adjustable spherical bearings throughout. Coil spring unit mounted inboard with ‘Bowin Variable Rate Spring Control’

STEERING: By special Bowin cam-adjustable Magnesium rack and pinion, with energy absorb and steering column. Leather covered steering wheel.

BRAKES: Girling 9-3/4 inch disc and alloy caliper assemblies. Adjustable ratio balance control. Twin braking system, adjustable for length. Rear Brakes mounted inboard on gearbox to reduce unsprung weight.

DIMENSIONS: Wheelbase: 93 inches; Track: 61 Front and 63 Rear; Weight: 800 lb. with twin cam engine.

CLUTCH: Hydraulic system. Complete up to and including release mechanism on gearbox.

WATER COOLING: By twin cross flow lightweight side mounted radiators, the deaireator control tank and pressure cap.

FUEL SYSTEM: Capacity 14 gallons each side in fuel cells in side panels. Twin filters and breathers.

ELECTRICAL: Lightweight aircraft battery, 12 volt. Starter solenoid, starter button and switches. Master battery control also fitted.

INSTRUMENTS: 0-10000 tachometer, oil pressure, water and oil temperature.

WHEELS: Magnesium 10 inch x 13 inch front and 12 or 14 x 13 inch Rear.

ENGINE MOUNTINGS: supplied

FINISH: All suspension parts are in new Bowin Satin finish, other parts cadium plated and stove enamelled. One tone body colour of customers choice.

TRANSMISSION: Hewland FT2000 Five-speed and reverse. Alloy adaptor plate.

OIL COOLING: Alloy oil tank incorporated in monocoque fitted with antisurge baffles and deaireator system, alloy pipes, hoses and fittings. Alloy oil cooler.

Bowin P8, driven by John Leffler
Bowin P8, driven by John Leffler